Lincoln International Studies School

912 N Burdick St
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
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Bottom 50%
Serving 226 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lincoln International Studies School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Lincoln International Studies School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Lincoln International Studies School's student population of 226 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
226 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
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School Rankings

Lincoln International Studies School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lincoln International Studies School is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2976 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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≤5%
34%
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6-9%
45%
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≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
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American Indian
2%
1%
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Asian
7%
3%
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Hispanic
8%
9%
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Black
59%
18%
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White
16%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
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0.61
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
49%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lincoln International Studies School's ranking?
Lincoln International Studies School is ranked #2976 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lincoln International Studies School often compared to?
Lincoln International Studies Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edison Environmental Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Lincoln International Studies School?
226 students attend Lincoln International Studies School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lincoln International Studies School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lincoln International Studies School?
Lincoln International Studies School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lincoln International Studies School offer ?
Lincoln International Studies School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Lincoln International Studies School part of?
Lincoln International Studies School is part of Kalamazoo School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln International Studies School located?
Lincoln International Studies School is located in the Northside neighborhood of Kalamazoo, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Northside.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 226 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 84%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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